Paxton library remains closed for now

PAXTON - The Richards Memorial Library remains closed this week, as a contractor is being sought to do repairs to the building's fire alarm system.

Children's librarian Lois Shorten said the library's board of trustees are reviewing bids for the work. They hope to have the library open for its regular hours by Jan. 31, she said.

As long as the fire alarm is disabled, Fire Chief Jay Conte will permit the library to open to the public as long as there is a firefighter on the premises. The library will be open from 12-2 p.m. on Saturdays; 5-7 p.m. on Tuesdays and 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Wednesdays.

A donation of a telescope that was originally scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 25 has been postponed to early February,. Shorten said.